Introduces the techniques and equipment of figure skating, as well as ice dancing, pair skating, and synchronized skating.

Profiles the sport of figure skating and discusses how to find the right equipment, what coaches look for, how spins and jumps are done, and who the best skaters in the world are.

A tribute to over 70 of today's Olympic and World Stars.

Describes the essentials of figure skating, and includes spinning, jumping, pair skating, and ice dancing.

The Science of Figure Skating is the first book to provide an evidence-based and comprehensive reference for the scientific underpinnings of this complex Olympic sport, where early specialization presents unique challenges for coaches and athletes alike. Drawing on cutting-edge research and featuring contributions from leading academics and practitioners, the book covers key topics of health, training and high performance in figure skating, including: Physiological demands Nutrition and hydration Training methods Psychology and mental performance Novel issues relating to performance such as travel and jet lag Technological innovation Effectively and succinctly applying theory to practice, The Science of Figure Skating is a valuable resource on integrating sport science concepts into training and performance. It is essential reading for any applied sport science student or researcher with an interest in winter sports, and coaches, sport science officers, nutritionists or clinicians involved in figure skating.

Today's most exciting figure skaters are spotlighted in this richly illustrated book, updated to include the 2003 Worlds competition. Photos.

In Ice Skating: The Incredible Michelle Kwan, readers will meet a dynamic athlete. Kwan has won more than 42 figure skating championships since taking 1st place in the Southwest Pacific Regional in 1992. Yet while a string of injuries temporarily slowed her, they never stopped her. She overcame Olympic heartbreak in 1998 to win a medal in every World Championship between 1998 and 2004, emerging as a real star of the skating world. With high-action photos, this profile of determination will inspire all young athletes.

Well-illustrated with action photos this book showcases the top international figure skaters and rising stars looking to the next Olympics. Organized around competitions the book the book provides behind-the-scenes detail and individual statistics.

An expos of the corrupt practices centering around the sport of figure skating offers insight into the 2002 Russian gold medal scandal, revealing how such factors as judge drug abuse, vote swapping deals, and sexual affairs are determining the outcomes of careers and key competitions.

Primarily figure skating, including pairs skating and dancing on ice.